Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gracillimum
ID:
59804

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brandegee) E.E.Schill. & Panero

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 140(1): 74 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059133



Common Names

  • Graceful Hymenostephium
  • Slender Hymenostephium
  • Graceful Stemless Goldenweed


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Description

Cereus tenellus (also called Fairy Castle Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is a columnar cactus with a cylindrical stem, reaching up to 2 meters in height, and up to 5 cm in diameter. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, often in areas with limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenostephium gracillimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenostephium gracillimum is a yellow-orange disc floret with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenostephium gracillimum is an annual herb that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Hymenostephium gracillimum

Hymenostephium gracillimum is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in the Mediterranean region.

Hymenostephium gracillimum FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Hymenostephium gracillimum?

Hymenostephium gracillimum prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light shade.

What type of soil does Hymenostephium gracillimum prefer?

Hymenostephium gracillimum prefers well-drained soil, but can tolerate a variety of soil types.

How often should Hymenostephium gracillimum be watered?

Hymenostephium gracillimum should be watered regularly during the growing season, but can tolerate periods of drought.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-16228: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
José L. Panero (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panero' in the authors string.
Edward E. Schilling (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.E.Schill.' in the authors string.